Join our community hub team
Volunteering at one of our community hubs is a rewarding way to support our animal welfare efforts. Whether you have previous retail experience, are passionate about animal welfare, or both and want to support a worthy cause then get applying today.
We have have a variety of roles to suit most people at our hubs in Chorley, Ormskirk, Skelmersdale and Southport:
By getting involved you can help to:
- Make a direct impact on animal welfare
- Support a worthy cause in your community
- Gain retail and customer service experience
- Meet like-minded animal lovers
Typical volunteer tasks may include (depending on the role):
- Sorting and pricing donated items
- Operating the cash register
- Arranging displays and merchandising
- Providing customer service
- Light cleaning and organizing
- Driving for collection and deliveries.
By volunteering at our shop you get the chance to:
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Develop new skills in retail and teamwork
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Build your resume and gain work experience
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Enjoy a fun, social environment
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Feel good about contributing to animal care
Through volunteering with us, you'll play a vital role in raising funds for our animal sanctuary. Your time and effort directly translate into better care for rescued animals.
Does this sound good to you? Join our compassionate team of volunteers today and make a difference in the lives of animals in need!
Important information before applying to volunteer
References required
As part of your application to volunteer, and to ensure the safeguarding of fellow volunteers, visitors and staff, we will require two references from professionals as outlined below. Your reference cannot come from a family member / housemate, and should be one of the following depending on your age:
Adults – professional/official capacity
- Current or previous employer / line manager
- HR manager or supervisor from a paid or voluntary role
- Manager from a different volunteering role (e.g. another charity, church group, community group)
- Teacher, tutor, lecturer, or college/university course leader
- School headteacher or deputy head
- Training provider or apprenticeship assessor
- Social worker or support worker (if applicable)
- GP, health visitor, or other healthcare professional who knows you in a working capacity
- Faith leader (vicar, priest, imam, rabbi, etc.) in an official capacity
- Youth club or uniformed group leader (Scouts, Guides, Cadets, youth centre)
- Sports coach or club committee member
- Probation officer or caseworker (where relevant)
- A trustee or committee member of another organisation you're involved with.
- Local councillor, if you've worked with them in an official capacity
Young people aged 12–18
(your referee should be someone in a position of responsibility for your welfare or conduct i.e. teacher, youth leader, coach & not just an adult that you know socially. Your referees also cannot be a relative, step-relative, partner of a relative, or someone living at the same address. Parental/guardian consent needs to be obtained separately.)
(your referee should be someone in a position of responsibility for your welfare or conduct i.e. teacher, youth leader, coach & not just an adult that you know socially. Your referees also cannot be a relative, step-relative, partner of a relative, or someone living at the same address. Parental/guardian consent needs to be obtained separately.)
- Form tutor, head of year, or class teacher
- School headteacher or deputy head
- SENCO or pastoral support lead (if relevant)
- Youth group leader (Scouts, Guides, Duke of Edinburgh leader, youth club worker)
- Sports coach, swimming instructor, or club leader
- Music, drama, or dance teacher (school or private tutor)
- Faith leader who knows you through a youth group or confirmation/similar
- Saturday job or work-experience supervisor (if you've had one)
- School careers advisor or Duke of Edinburgh Award coordinator
- A social worker, if one is involved with your family
Volunteering opportunities at the Hub
Merchandising and Customer Service
Helping to replace sold stock, organise displays, operate the tills and engage with customer enquiries.
Donation Sorting & Pricing
Help at the community hub by organising and pricing donations as they come in. A non-public facing role for those who like creating order.
Delivery Drivers
Drivers and driver's mates wanted to help with deliveries of household goods sold at the hub, and bulk collections.
Volunteer FAQ
How does volunteering benefit me?
Volunteering is a rewarding experience, allowing you to:
- Gain a sense of achievement: Helping an animal in need can give you a sense of pride and achievement.
- Enhance your skills: Doing varied tasks with a variety of volunteers can help you to enhance a number of skills including confidence, communication and team work.
- Strengthen your CV: Volunteering can be an invaluable addition to your CV. Employers can see you have gone the extra mile to help learn new skills.
- Help your mental health and fitness: Many of our volunteers claim that being around, or working for animal welfare, and being part of a community has significant benefits in their fitness, mental health, confidence, and social interactions.
- Increase your network: You will meet and interact with some fantastic like-minded individuals, so you’ll definitely make some new friends along the way!
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